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G12 JLH

2009 BMW X5

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

126,592 mi
Last recorded126,592 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW X586,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG12 JLH
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 126,592 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower front arms, front bushes slightly cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective slightly cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges, bald outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective slightly cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 116,459 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arms both sides, front bush slightly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 108,307 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 100,184 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 92,646 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 82,464 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 75,231 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 71,102 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 66,010 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 58,048 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 58,048 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 49,826 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 42,088 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 35,856 miles

emissions too lean to generate reading

Pass 6 Mar 2013 28,386 miles

emissions too lean to register

Pass 12 Mar 2012 20,768 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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G12 JLH is a 2009 BMW X5 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2009 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 86,008 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G12 JLH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 17 years old, this BMW X5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G12 JLH registered?

G12 JLH is a 2009 BMW X5, first registered on 28 March 2009.

Is G12 JLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for G12 JLH shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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